JPEG XL is a new-generation image file format that recently got a big boost to awareness thanks to native support in the iPhone 16 series smartphones. So what is it, why does it matter, and why should you use it? Who better to ask than one of the people who helped make it a reality? [Read More]
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The iPhone 16 family has arrived and includes many new features, some of which Apple has played very close to its vest. One such improvement is the inclusion of JPEG XL file types, which promise improved image quality compared to standard JPEG files while delivering relatively smaller file sizes. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-09-18 15:15
JPEG is, by far, the most popular image format for digital photographs and images in the world. An overwhelming majority of photos are stored and shared in this format, typically with a . petapixel.com »
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With the recent announcements of the Fujifilm X-M5 and the Nikon Z50 II, the entry-level segment got a sudden burst of new interest. With that in mind, Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake share their thoughts on the best entry-level cameras you can get right now on this week's PetaPixel Podcast. [Read More]
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team is joined by retired Sony Imaging executive Mark Weir who reflects on the evolution of cameras over the last two decades and, perhaps more importantly, how photographers have changed in that time, too. [Read More]
The nature of camera sales in North America is complicated, and that's an understatement. To help better understand it, The PetaPixel Podcast team is joined by Peter Jeune, the founder and owner of Calgary's The Camera Store -- where Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake got their start. [Read More]
Peak Design is one of the most recognizable names in the photography industry and probably the most well-known accessory brand in the space. From the Capture Clip, to straps, to bags, tripods, and more, the company recently set its sights on the outdoor and adventure market after years in development. [Read More]
It's been a busy week! Apple launched a new iPhone which started a lot of conversation about "fake" megapixels, Sigma finally showed its autofocus cine lens, Canon announced a new affordable zoom, and Nikon released RED LUTs for its Nikon Log profile -- and that's just the tip of the iceberg! [Read More]
This week, Apple announced the new iPhone 16 series of smartphones, updated its headphones, and launched a new Apple Watch. Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and I were on site and we share our opinions on what we saw on the second-ever PetaPixel Carcast. [Read More]